The Victoria Climbie case highlighted the necessity for all agencies to be vigilant for child abuse, to recognise their duty of care, and to ensure that any concerns are acted upon, recorded and followed through.

The Council's Commitments

We will seek to tackle the following responsibilities:

Our role as a 'duty to co-operate partner' under the Children Act 2004

We can influence other organisations to improve children's and adults' lives

We will avoid employing people or recruiting volunteers who are a risk to children or adults, by making sure we undertake criminal record checks

We have opportunities to identify potential risks to children and vulnerable adults and to directly influence children's and adults' lives through the services the Council provides. Find out more in our Safeguarding Policy